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Songs that sleigh: how Cantopop created Hong Kong’s own Christmas soundtrack

Joyful and jubilant, melancholic and mournful … the marriage of Cantopop and Christmas has resulted in a unique musical genre with a very Hong Kong vibe.


Yau Yiu-wai, fifth-gen owner of a Hong Kong umbrella store, on shutting shop despite his lifelong obsession

The 73-year-old owner of Sun Nga Shing Umbrella Store in Sham Shui Po recently announced that he would be closing the family business, which dates back to the Qing dynasty.


In pictures: Christmas and New Year’s Eve parties in Hong Kong from the 1970s to 90s

The festive season is a good excuse to let your hair down – and Hongkongers do love to party.


Jean-Pierre’s host-in-chief on Christmas in the Alps and his favourite spots to celebrate in Hong Kong

Jean-Pierre host-in-chief Marc Hofmann discusses fake birthdays, foie gras and why a little chaos makes a good night.


How Hong Kong’s famous Christmas decorations came to life, as told by one of their creators

One of the city’s most prolific festive light designers recalls his career spent illuminating the Hong Kong skyline.


A chef’s guide to making a traditional Christmas meal in Hong Kong

Cary Docherty of Island Shangri-La’s Lobster Bar and Grill on the festive dishes he loves – and how to pull them off in a small kitchen.


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How Cantopop created Hong Kong’s own Christmas soundtrack

Joyful and jubilant, melancholic and mournful … the marriage of Cantopop and Christmas has resulted in a unique musical genre with a very Hong Kong vibe.

A fifth-gen shop owner on closing the business despite his umbrella obsession

In pictures: Hong Kong’s parties of Christmas (and New Year’s) past

Q&A | At Jean-Pierre, the French bistro in Hong Kong celebrating 20 birthdays a night

How a washing machine inspired Hong Kong’s most magical Christmas lights

Tiny oven, big traditions: one chef’s Christmas recipe book

This week in PostMag: festive tables, Cantopop and Christmas lights

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How Cantopop created Hong Kong’s own Christmas soundtrack

Joyful and jubilant, melancholic and mournful … the marriage of Cantopop and Christmas has resulted in a unique musical genre with a very Hong Kong vibe.

A fifth-gen shop owner on closing the business despite his umbrella obsession

In pictures: Hong Kong’s parties of Christmas (and New Year’s) past

.css-sioo19{color:#c79a00;}Q&A | At Jean-Pierre, the French bistro in Hong Kong celebrating 20 birthdays a night

How a washing machine inspired Hong Kong’s most magical Christmas lights

Tiny oven, big traditions: one chef’s Christmas recipe book

This week in PostMag: festive tables, Cantopop and Christmas lights

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Q&A | At Jean-Pierre, the French bistro in Hong Kong celebrating 20 birthdays a night